Green Valley Ranch Resort & Spa

4 Diamond Luxury
Green Valley Ranch is the finest luxury hotel in Henderson, NV, equally exquisite both inside and out. Attention to detail, impeccable guest service, outstanding amenities and expansive pool and garden area have earned the resort a reputation for being one of the very best luxury resorts in the country. Come experience the classic elegance and undeniable luxury of our European-inspired hotel and casino for yourself. Green Valley Ranch features the finest hotel rooms and suites off the strip, just minutes away from Las Vegas. Accommodations range from affordably comfortable to lavishly and luxuriously indulgent. Due to the prime location in nearby Henderson, some of the rooms feature the best views of the Las Vegas strip. 

 

The Culinary Union

As you may be aware, there are issues between Green Valley Ranch and the Culinary Union. WMA regrets this dispute, but we are confident it will not affect our convention, and we will continue to hold the convention at the property. If you are contacted by the Culinary Union, please know that you can ask to be removed from their phone and email list. For more information, you can download the attachments on this page.

 

Guestroom Reservations

Please make your hotel reservations directly with the Green Valley Ranch. Get the nightly rate of $130 for run of house (Sunday through Thursday). The cut-off date for reservations is September 12th. Reservations received after September 12th will be accepted on a space-and-rate-availability basis.

Dates: October 10-13, 2016
By phone, use Group Name GCIWMGC or click here.

You can make your reservation in one of two ways:

Make your reservation online by clicking on link above — it will take you directly to the hotel’s website specifically set up for WMA; or, call the hotel at 866.782.9487 to make your reservation over the phone using the Group Name GCIWMGC.

 

Hotel Scam Alert!

If you receive a phone call from someone identifying themselves as a “Convention Housing” organization or an “Expo Representative” offering lower rates for Convention at the Green Valley Ranch Resort & Spa, do not give them any credit card information as the Green Valley Ranch does not randomly call guests with offers like this, nor has the resort or WMA contracted with any convention housing organization! Do not provide any information or accept a confirmation number UNLESS you contacted Green Valley Ranch directly by calling 866.782.9487 using the Group Name GCIWMGC or going online at click here. 

We apologize for any inconveniences this may cause. If you have any questions, please contact Regina Sánchez at 916.448.7002 or regina@wma.org.

 

Convention Registration

Registration Fees

To register online, click here and log on, or print the registration form and return to us via fax or US mail. You will need to send your completed registration form with payment to the WMA office.

                       Before Sept. 7th        On or After Sept. 8th

Member             $425 pp                      $495 pp
Non-Member     $850 pp                      $990 pp

Cancellations

For a full refund, cancellations must be received on or before September 5, 2016; an 85% refund will be given for cancellations received September 6 through September 16, 2016. No refunds for no-shows, cancellations or event tickets on or after September 17, 2016. Contact Regina Sànchez immediately for cancellations.

 

Education, Networking and Entertainment

With a healthier economy, it’s never been more important to spend your dollars wisely. Owners rely on managers to find opportunities to ensure the successful operation of their communities. Here, you will find everything! For you, on a professional level, we’ll blend educational programs with entertainment and networking forums so that you’ll have everything you need to succeed in this business. We will feature seminars with industry experts focused on shaping our future and our communities; sessions covering practical business issues; opportunities to network with other industry leaders; and a dynamic Expo to make your attendance worthwhile!

Before we get to business, we are going to start you off with a no-cost, no-host networking event where you can catch up with industry colleagues during a leisure evening.

Would this be your first WMA Convention? Then you must come to this Convention. Introduce yourself and make connections with people who will give you helpful advice for years to come!

 

Expo

We revamped the Expo schedule successfully last year. Additional time is allocated for you to spend on the Expo floor visiting our exhibitors! The Expo will open right after the Kick Off Lunch on Tuesday. Later on in the day, back by popular demand, we will once again have the wine tasting event along with the Welcome Reception. Connect with exhibitors who will feature delicious California wines while you network. 

The well-received dessert reception on the Expo floor after Wednesday’s Annual Meeting and Luncheon will take place again! We will offer you a full day of Expo events the second day — a dynamic Expo will make your attendance worthwhile!

Exhibitors—look for the attachments on this page, and download the Exhibitor Package. The separate Floor Plan attachment will be updated as booths are sold.

For shipping, drayage and electrical ordering, please visit GES by clicking here.

 

Golf Tournament

The Legacy Golf Club is this year’s home to WMA’s Convention & Expo golf tournament—a benefit for the Frank J. Evans Charitable Foundation. Designed by acclaimed golf course architect Arthur Hills, The Legacy Golf Club is an 18-hole, desert jewel highlighted by manicured playing conditions, multi-tiered fairways and large undulating greens. Stretching 7,233 yards from the professional tees, this memorable layout is a strong challenge for the scratch player, yet also accommodates the novice with well-spaced tee boxes and generous landing areas. And speaking of tee boxes, the 10th hole at The Legacy may be the most recognizable in all of Las Vegas. Each tee box is in the shape of playing cards suits: Hearts, Diamonds, Clubs and Spades. Also notorious at this premier facility, is the “Devil’s Triangle.” Holes 11, 12, and 13 make for a devilish trio of exciting challenges. The Legacy has become synonymous in Las Vegas for providing country club-style services and amenities. In fact, The Legacy Golf Club was selected as one of the “Top 10 Courses You Can Play” in Nevada, by Golf Digest.

The course is located at 130 Par Excellence Drive, Henderson, NV 89074. Phone 702.897.2200. From Las Vegas Boulevard “The Strip”: Take I-15 South to 215 East exit Green Valley Parkway North. Go three stoplights to Wigwam turn right then take your first left into The Legacy Golf Club. Approximate driving time 15-25 minutes. From McCarran International Airport: Exit the airport stay to the right and follow signs to 215 East. Follow 215 East and exit Green Valley Parkway North. Go three stoplights to Wigwam turn right then take your first left into The Legacy Golf Club. Approximate driving time 10-20 minutes.

 

Highlights

Kick Off Lunch — Tuesday, October 11

You are invited to the Kick Off lunch beginning at 11:30 a.m.! We are going to kick this afternoon off with a delicious plated lunch while giving you ample opportunity to network with friends. Remember, there’s always a new face in the crowd ― introduce yourself and welcome first time attendees. You will recognize them by their fuchsia color ribbons. Make them feel good about joining WMA and being a part of this wonderful, resourceful organization!

President Dan Fischer will welcome you and officially open the 2016 WMA Convention and Expo. After lunch, you’ll learn who the scholarship recipients are from this year’s Frank J. Evans Charitable Foundation. Greg Evans will present scholarships to this year’s deserving youth residing in WMA-member communities. Perhaps one of them is from your community! After that, WMA’s Legislative Advocate, Catherine Borg, will give a brief legislative update and announce the winners of WMA’s hotly contested golf tournament held on Monday, October 10. Closing the luncheon will be Doug Johnson with updates on rent control. Right after lunch, you’ll head into the opening of the Expo.

Expo Opening — Tuesday, October 11

The Expo will once again open right after lunch! You will have over two hours on the Expo floor before returning back to the educational seminars.

Welcome Reception and Wine Tasting — Tuesday, October 11

It’s become a tradition! You LOVE our wine tasting event. We’ve planned another exciting show for you! Exhibitors have been invited to bring their favorite wines again! This is always a great time to reconnect with other Expo attendees or get to know new people! The Expo continues on Wednesday, stopping only for the Annual Meeting and Luncheon. Stop in between seminars! You’ll experience a dynamic day interacting with outstanding exhibitors who represent cutting edge products and services of the industry. Drawings will be held at the close of Expo on Wednesday. Remember, this a modified schedule! The Expo will close at 3:00 p.m. — don’t miss the drawings!

Annual Meeting and Luncheon — Wednesday, October 12

Take a well-deserved break from the fast paced action of the Expo and educational seminars. Join us for the Annual Meeting and Luncheon. It is a great opportunity to be introduced to new members, as well as continuing members of WMA’s leadership ― all in one place.

A plated lunch is provided ― delicious food and drink to satisfy your hungry appetite. Then we will proceed with our formal program. An award will be presented to a deserving member whose political contributions have stood out above and beyond all those who continuously support WMA. Another award will be presented to a member whose selfless contributions have impacted the industry. During the Annual Meeting, you’ll also learn the state of WMA, and see the new Board of Directors for 2016-2017 elected and sworn in.

Once all the business has been dealt with, we have comedian Frank King to entertain you! He’s got nothing to say, and you’ll enjoy every minute of it. If you want a message, check your voice mail. If you want a laugh, he’s the best thing to happen since dessert. 

Don’t be in such hurry! We haven’t forgotten dessert! Come into the Expo and enjoy your dessert as you visit our exhibitors one more time!

President’s Dinner Dance — Wednesday, October 12

You are cordially invited to WMA’s signature black tie event. It will be held on Wednesday evening in a beautifully appointed ballroom. Dress to impress! We will be there to warmly welcome you ― our honored guests ― to the annually anticipated President’s Dinner Dance. As you walk into the exquisitely decorated ballroom, you know that an enchanting evening awaits you. The magic begins the moment you arrive. Join family, friends and colleagues for a delicious meal. Then sit back and celebrate as the new President of the WMA Board of Directors, Wynn Hornburg, is sworn into office and delivers an inaugural address. Next, join us in feting the 2016 recipient of WMA’s most recognized and esteemed honor: The Busch, Carr & McAdoo Memorial Award.

Finally, after we have wrapped up the business end of our evening, prepare to dance and party the rest of the night away! We promise this will be an evening you will long remember!

 

Seminars

The seminars selected for this year’s Convention are as follows below. Complete schedule of seminars are in the full Convention brochure which you can find as an attachment on the right hand side of this webpage.

Crime Prevention (Mike Mihelich, Facilitator)
Internet Marketing for 2016 and Beyond (Dawn Highhouse)
Labor Law: Leave Laws in California (Kim Parker)
Legal and Management Advice
    (Tuesday Panel: Dick Bessire, Moderator)
    (Wednesday Panel: Jonathan Boggs, Moderator)
MCM: ADA/FHA Issues and Practical Considerations
    (John Pentecost and Thomas Pacelli)
MCM: Application Domination (Joe Carroll and Ruben Garcia)
MCM: HCD Updates (Brad Harward and Caesar Ponce)
MCM: Long Term Leases (Bill Dahlin, Candy Holcombe and Julie Paule)
MCM: Pending Changes in All HCD Registration & Titling Regulations
    (Terry Dowdall and Ron Javor)
MCM: The Future of Submetered Electric, Gas and Water Billing
    (Andy Gedo, Ed Poole, Darrah Morgan and Linh-Hua)
Mobilehome Community Closures: Buena Vista Mobilehome Park
    — A Case Study (Margaret Ecker Nanda)
Pavement Maintenance Seminar (Daren Young)
Solar Application for Manufactured Housing Communities (David Firestone)
Trends and Insights: Boomers and Beyond (Joe Adams)
Update on New Laws (Catherine Borg, Terry Dowdall and Paul Jensen)
Why Effective Listening Matters (Joe Adams)

 

Schedule

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2016

Golf Tournament (optional)
    The Legacy Golf Club
    11:00 a.m. Registration
    12:00 p.m. Shotgun start

Badges/Tickets Pick Up for Pre-registered Convention Attendees
    1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Networking Event Reception
    5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

 

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2016

Registration Opens
    8:00 a.m.

Educational Seminars
    9:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

Kick Off Lunch
    11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 

Expo Opens
    12:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.

Educational Seminars
    3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Welcome Reception and Wine Tasting
    4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

 

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2016

Registration Opens
    8:00 a.m.

Expo Hours
    7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Continental Breakfast in Expo
    7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.

Educational Seminars
    9:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

Pre-Lunch Cocktails in Expo
    11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Annual Meeting and Luncheon
    12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Desserts and Drawing in Expo
    1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Expo Closes
    3:00 p.m.

Educational Seminars
    2:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.

President’s Dinner Dance
    5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.     Pre-Dinner Cocktails
    6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.    Dinner Dance

 

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2016

Final Breakfast
    8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Breakfast
    9:00 a.m.                     2016 WMA Convention & Expo Closes

 

Hertz Car Rental

WMA has negotiated special meeting rates with Hertz for car rentals during Convention at all California and Nevada locations. For reservations, call Hertz at 800.654.2240 and refer to CV#02RE0030 or click on this link below to go online to a Hertz’s website specifically set up for WMA at www.hertz.com.

 

Sponsors

Click on company name to visit their websites.

PLATINUM

5 Star Homes

Advantage Homes

Alliance Manufactured Homes

Capital Insurance Group
(Represented by Alvarado Pacific Insurance Services and California Southwestern Insurance Agency)

JB Bostick Company, Inc.

Pan American Insurance Agency, Inc.

Shorebreak Energy Developers

GOLD

American Asphalt

DRYCO Construction, Inc.

FollettUSA

Marcus & Millichap

The Bank of Hemet

Wells Fargo

SILVER

Newport Pacific Capital Company, Inc.

BRONZE

Credit Bureau Associates

Horizon Solar Power

Lipscomb Real Estate, Inc.

ManageAmerica

Storz Management Company & Realty

 

2017 Convention

October 16-19, 2017
Peppermill Resort Hotel
2707 South Virginia Street
Reno, NV 89502